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"California Congressional Primary Ends in Unprecedented Tie, Setting Stage for November Showdown"
politics2 years ago

"California Congressional Primary Ends in Unprecedented Tie, Setting Stage for November Showdown"

A U.S. House race in California's 16th District may result in an improbable tie for second place, potentially leading to a third candidate on the November ballot. With the top spot claimed by former San Jose mayor Sam Liccardo, two other Democrats are deadlocked for the second spot. The contest will not impact the control of the House, and the outcome remains uncertain weeks after the election. A three-way contest in November would reshape the dynamics of the race, with a recount unlikely due to the high cost.

Feinstein's absence raises questions about judicial nominee delays and recovery time.
politics2 years ago

Feinstein's absence raises questions about judicial nominee delays and recovery time.

Sen. Dianne Feinstein has pushed back on claims that her absence from the Senate and the Judiciary Committee has caused a significant delay in advancing and confirming judicial nominees. While she acknowledged that some nominees have been blocked from moving forward during her absence, she stated that there has been no slowdown in the confirmation process. Without Feinstein, the committee is tied, and some nominees have failed to move forward. Feinstein plans to return but did not specify when.